On veteran rival's turf, Nepal's rapper-turned-leader takes a swing at power
Published on: March 2, 2026, 9:40 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah is challenging veteran leader K.P. Sharma Oli in Nepal's upcoming election, drawing massive crowds with his unconventional campaign style. Disenchantment with established parties fuels Shah's rise, as voters seek change amidst concerns of corruption and unemployment in the Himalayan nation.
